BIO-240 Principles of Genetics
A course designed to introduce the student to the aspects of modern genetics. Topics will include: gene structure and function, Mendelian genetics, gene expression, recombinant DNA technology, population genetics with attention given to human aspects and applications.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Examine the fundamental molecular processes in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
- Develop solutions to genetics problems related to modes of inheritance.
- Integrate the fundamental molecular genetics concepts with biotechnology applications.
- Synthesize current genetics research into a written piece of scientific journalism.